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Geopolitics

Trump's Latin America allies open arms to Israel

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

While ongoing military actions in Gaza and settler attacks on Palestinians in the occupied West Bank have largely isolated Israel globally, Latin America's aut…

Geopolitics

Secondhand book sales are booming. Is it because of AI?

BBC News – World · Europe

Booksellers are reporting mysterious bulk orders. It's thought the books are being used to train AI - and ending up pulped.

Entrepreneurship

52 Percent of Gen-Z Investors Took Money Meant for Investing and Put It on Sports Bets. New Research Reveals the Financial Cost

Inc. · Global

Betterment says more than half of Gen-Z investors redirected investment dollars toward sports betting. Research suggests betting is crowding out brokerage inve…

Entrepreneurship

5 Small Business Ideas You Can Launch for Less Than $5,000

Inc. · Global

There are plenty of small business ideas with less than $5,000 in startup costs. Just ask the Inc. 5000 CEOs.

Entrepreneurship

Natural Cycles Keeps Finding New Ways to Work With Wearables That People Already Own

Inc. · Global

Natural Cycles and Whoop recently teamed up. It’s all part of a savvy strategy.

Tech & Startups

Retrospec Joe Rev 2 Review (2026): Putting the ‘Joy’ in Joyride

Wired · Global

This affordable electric BMX delighted my entire family, even if its range, ride comfort, and actual BMX abilities are limited.

Tech & Startups

This Beautifully Weird Necklace Is Secretly a USB Drive

Wired · Global

Noware’s Puff necklace whimsically reimagines flash drives, turning something functional into personalized jewelry.

Geopolitics

US readies Iran penalties as Trump downplays midterms impact

South China Morning Post – World · China

The US is readying unprecedented economic measures against Iran, as President Donald Trump seeks to intensify efforts to force Tehran to capitulate after almos…

Geopolitics

Northern Metropolis and AI vital to Hong Kong’s 5-year plan: business chambers

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong’s inaugural five-year plan should prioritise the Northern Metropolis megaproject, strengthen the city’s position as an international financial centre…

General

Iran rejects ‘delusions’ after Trump says he wants the Strait of Hormuz to be a U.S. territory

NBC News – World · US

Iran called on the U.S. to “accept the reality of defeat” after President Donald Trump said he would declare the Strait of Hormuz a “territory” of the U.S.

Geopolitics

Struggling families urge return of student grant after textbook prices jump

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong parents and concern groups have urged authorities to reinstate student subsidies after textbook prices recorded their sharpest increase since the Cov…

Geopolitics

Trump’s health under scrutiny: Cardiologist raises 7 questions about his care

Indian Express – World · India

- Trump's health faces scrutiny as Dr. Reiner criticizes limited public disclosure, despite White House claims of "excellent health" and recent evaluations. …

Tech & Startups

Instapaper, the Original Read-It-Later App, Just Got a Huge Upgrade

Wired · Global

New fonts, better customization, and a whole new layout all make it worth dusting off your Instapaper account.

Tech & Startups

6 Best Apple Watch Accessories to Upgrade Your Watch (2026)

Wired · Global

These are the Apple Watch accessories I recommend adding to your setup.

Geopolitics

Why Chinese youth are turning to an 84-year-old Cambridge professor for support

South China Morning Post – World · China

Wearing a black mariner’s cap and with a wall-to-wall bookshelf as a backdrop, Cambridge University professor Alan Macfarlane greets his social media audience …

Geopolitics

Quit Lit

The New York Times – World · US

There are good reasons to abandon books we’re not enjoying, but our attenuated attention might lead us to tap out too early.

Tech & Startups

Auk Mini 2 Indoor Smart Garden Review: Better Where It Counts

Wired · Global

Auk’s Mini 2 improves on the original model with better lights, a sleeker design, and fun new colors.

Geopolitics

Summer Camps Strive to Stay Part of Canadian Life, Despite Hurdles

The New York Times – World · US

Long a tradition for many kids and teenagers across the country, overnight camps are facing financial and cultural hurdles as inflation bites and parenting tre…

Geopolitics

U.S., Canada race for deal to avert Trump’s threat of 50 percent tariffs

The Washington Post – World · US

The tariffs are the latest exchange in a dispute that has disrupted the once harmonious — and nearly tariff-free — relationship over the past year.

Geopolitics

Frustration with Trump grows among U.S.’s Persian Gulf allies, officials say

The Washington Post – World · US

Gulf leaders worry the president is unable to manage the diplomacy necessary to secure peace with Iran, according to Arab and Western officials.

Entrepreneurship

OpenAI’s $6.5 Billion Bet on Jony Ive Reveals the Skill Technology Can’t Replace

Inc. · Global

Silicon Valley’s new obsession with “taste” reveals something every leader needs to understand about where competitive advantage is heading. 

Tech & Startups

Zyzz Was the Original Looksmaxxer. His Rise and Untimely Death Feel More Relevant Than Ever

Wired · Global

A new Apple documentary explores the life of Aziz “Zyzz” Shavershian, who rocketed to internet fame in an age before influencers, then died at age 22 in 2011.

Geopolitics

The Iranian YouTube Show Posing Questions Few Dare Ask

The New York Times – World · US

Azad, a popular online debate program, has tackled topics that push the limits of Iran’s authoritarian system. Some question how it has remained on air.

Tech & Startups

Puerto Rico Is Rationing Water. It Could’ve Avoided It by Harvesting Rainwater

Wired · Global

The island could capture billions of gallons of water a year if it implemented systems to catch it as it falls from the sky.

Geopolitics

Moment family rescued after 16 hours floating on jet ski off Thailand

BBC News – World · Europe

A 50-year-old father and his two sons were found floating off Koh Samui island, a local official told AFP on Saturday.

Geopolitics

As China Pushes to Expand in Asia, Trump Focuses on Iran

The New York Times – World · US

Asian allies are beginning to wonder whether the United States would or could defend them in a war.

General

‘Revenge is inevitable’: Iran ramps up propaganda war with violent billboards

NBC News – World · US

Anti-U.S. messaging has intensified since the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with artificial intelligence playing a major role.

Geopolitics

US K-12 immersion schools expand across country for early-age Chinese language education

South China Morning Post – World · China

At the Goodtime Chinese School in the Bethany suburb of Portland, Oregon, an American child stops school director Zhou Yanzhuo, of China, in the hallway to ask…

Entrepreneurship

The Brands Winning Trust With Gen Z Aren’t More Visible. They’re More Consistent

Inc. · Global

Consumers aren’t looking for purpose. Instead, they want proof.

Entrepreneurship

Page 1 of Google Isn’t Enough Anymore. 4 Marketing Lessons Every Small Business Needs Now

Inc. · Global

Search visibility is shifting from ranking alone to verification, useful content, and human judgment.

Tech & Startups

Amazon Can Use Your Twitch Content to Train Its AI—Unless You Opt Out

Wired · Global

When Twitch announced that streamers could opt out, thousands of users questioned why their content was being used to train AI models in the first place.

Geopolitics

A Nazi bunker stands in the way of Berlin’s housing plans

The Washington Post – World · US

A plan to build apartments over the bunker is igniting debate on how Germany should address its complex history under Adolf Hitler.

Geopolitics

Atleast 20 killed in clashes between Kambari, Fulani in central Nigeria

The Hindu – World · India

A lawmaker representing Borgu Federal Constituency, Jafar Muhammad, confirmed the clashes, said there were 20 dead and called for the deployment of security fo…

Geopolitics

India’s Modi woos youth with free coaching, AI training after Gen Z protests

South China Morning Post – World · China

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday his government would provide free online coaching lessons for competitive exams, weeks after massive youth…

Geopolitics

India: Modi promises free exam coaching, AI training for youth after protests

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Speaking on India's Independence Day, PM Modi announced free online coaching for competitive exams and AI training for 10 million youths, weeks after protests …

Geopolitics

In South Korea, some savour last season of legal dog meat

South China Morning Post – World · China

For decades, the three days of summer considered the hottest of the year were among the busiest for South Korea’s dog meat restaurants, as diners sought tradit…

Geopolitics

Evidence of earliest silkworm farming outside China found, upending Silk Road timeline

South China Morning Post – World · China

It may not be the most majestic creature on our beautiful planet, but the humble silkworm deserves a place alongside horses, cattle, cats, and dogs due to its …

Geopolitics

Karaoke in the car? China’s new wave of gadget-laden electric vehicles

South China Morning Post – World · China

China’s electric vehicles (EVs) already lead the way in terms of battery and autonomous driving technologies. Now, the country’s auto brands are adding a new d…

Geopolitics

Germany: Berlin techno fans pause for Pride attack victims

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Rave the Planet is taking place under high security after last month's deadly Islamist attack. Also: Russia labels another German institute as "undesirable." D…

Geopolitics

Hours after earthquake in Indonesia, Indian Embassy raises flag in Jakarta

Indian Express – World · India

- A 7.7-magnitude earthquake near Indonesia’s Flores region killed 20+ and triggered a temporary tsunami warning, later lifted. - India’s 80th Independence D…

Geopolitics

Malaysia’s Anwar vows to boost anti-corruption drive after state poll defeats

South China Morning Post – World · China

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said he would speed up the pace of reforms and strengthen an anti-corruption drive as he sought to rebuild public suppor…

Geopolitics

Indian Envoy leads celebration of Independence Day in Singapore

The Hindu – World · India

- Indian High Commissioner Shilpak Ambule celebrated India's 80th Independence Day in Singapore with 2,500 diaspora members, cultural performances, and the nat…

Geopolitics

Indonesia earthquake: Dramatic videos show buildings collapse as 7.7-magnitude earthquake kills 38

Indian Express – World · India

- A 7.7-magnitude earthquake near Indonesia’s Flores Island killed 38, collapsing buildings and triggering landslides, with aftershocks complicating rescue eff…

Geopolitics

First Australian death of little penguin with H5 bird flu confirmed on Phillip Island

The Guardian – World · Europe

Authorities confirm first Australian death of species found with virus near where it attracts crowds to a ‘penguin parade’Get our breaking news email, free app…

Geopolitics

Hong Kong suspends contractors over Queen Mary Hospital lift defects

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong authorities have suspended the main contractor and lift subcontractor working on a new clinical block at Queen Mary Hospital from tendering for publi…

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